1980 Porsche 930 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Porsche 930 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 930 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |